Glossary > Potato salad

What is Potato salad?

ポテトサラダ ぽてとさらだ / potato salad

The Japanese version is smoother than a Western one. Mashed potato is mixed with mayonnaise, cucumber, carrot and sometimes ham or a boiled egg.

How to order and eat it

A cold side dish. Often shortened to "potesara".

Dietary notes

Contains egg (mayonnaise) and often ham (pork). Check with the staff if you avoid pork or eggs.

This is a general description, and recipes vary by shop. If you have an allergy or follow a diet, ask the staff before you order.